IFM IM512A
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | All inductive sensors |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
When can IM512A be shipped?
IM512A is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up IM512A in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for IM512A and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for IM512A, subject to availability and destination.
For applications in hazardous areas Long sensing range for use in conveying Robust housing for use in harsh industrial environments Five positions of the sensing face selectable Complementary output function NO/NC
Specifications
Product characteristics
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | complementary |
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 20 |
| Housing | rectangular |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | 40 x 40 x 54 |
Application
| Special feature | Gold-plated contacts |
Electrical data
| Operating voltage[V] [V] | 10...30 DC |
| Current consumption[mA] [mA] | < 15 |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
Outputs
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | complementary |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC[V] [V] | 2.5 |
| Max. leakage current[mA] [mA] | 0.5 |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC[mA] [mA] | 200 |
| Switching frequency DC[Hz] [Hz] | 100 |
| Short-circuit proof | yes |
| Overload protection | yes |
Detection zone
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 20 |
| Real sensing range Sr[mm] [mm] | 20 ± 10 % |
| Operating distance[mm] [mm] | 0...16.2 |
Accuracy / deviations
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.4 / aluminium: 0.3 / copper: 0.2 |
| Hysteresis[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | 1...20 |
| Switch point drift[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | -10...10 |
Operating conditions
| Ambient temperature[°C] [°C] | -20...60 |
| Protection | IP 65; IP 67 |
Tests / approvals
| Approval | BVS 20 ATEX E 057 X; IECEx BVS 20.0044 X |
| ATEX marking | II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| EMC | EN 60947-5-2 |
| MTTF[years] [years] | 1326 |
Mechanical data
| Weight[g] [g] | 170 |
| Housing | rectangular |
| Mounting | flush mountable |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | 40 x 40 x 54 |
| Materials | PC; PA; TPE |
Displays / operating elements
| Display | switching status; 1 x LED, yellow |
| switching status | 1 x LED, yellow |
Remarks
| Remarks | Recommendation: Check the safe functioning of the unit after a short circuit.; 5 positions of the active zone possible |
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
Electrical connection - plug
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: gold-plated |
